This newsletter is part of a continuous series released bi-monthly by the International Code Council's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas (PMG) Technical Resources Team. From the latest developments in Code Council initiatives within the PMG space, to industry news spanning the globe, this newsletter will help you stay in the know.
Feedback and editorial suggestions can be sent to Jim Cika, Director, PMG Technical Resources, at jcika@iccsafe.org. For advertising information, please email Matt Sigler, PMG Executive Director, at msigler@iccsafe.org.
The Latest from the PMG Team
Catch Season 5 Episode 2 from American Plumber Stories, Out Now!
Join us as we head to Tasmania, where Martin Port, a remote plumbing specialist, takes us deep into the heart of Australia's rugged wilderness. From flying into off-grid communities to installing life-sustaining plumbing systems, Martin shows how skilled trades keep remote regions running.
Highlighting the Latest International Plumbing Research from Belgium
In this edition we delve into some of the fantastic work being conducted by Buildwise in Belgium, focusing specifically on domestic heated water sizing, the reuse potential of drainage water from construction sites and the quality of treated greywater.
CIB W062 Symposium 2024: Addressing Critical Issues in Water Supply and Drainage
The primary aim of the CIB W062 Symposium is to foster collaboration among experts in water supply and drainage systems. This year’s symposium focused on addressing the pressing issues of sustainability, efficiency and public health in water management.
Advancing Hydrogen Project Permitting and Inspections: A Collaborative Effort
In a significant step forward for hydrogen project development, a collaborative team has been awarded grant funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to create essential resources aimed at streamlining permitting and inspection processes for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
The Future of Refrigerants: Understanding the DOEs Efforts to Meet White House Climate Change Goals
Based on the lessons learned from the industry transition from HFCs to A2Ls, the DOE has taken steps to fast track the determination of how to make the transition to more environmentally friendly refrigerants.
Q&A: Behind the Lens with American Plumber Stories
Tom Roberts, Director of PMG Global with the Code Council, sat down with two of the plumbers featured in Season 5 of American Plumber Stories, Jorge Arias-Alvarez from California and Martin Porte from Tasmania, Australia, to talk about their experience in front of the camera. We also spoke to Mark Falcon from South Dakota, who was featured in Season 3.
Code Council Voting Members Elect 2024–2025 Board Officers and Directors
Three senior officers were elected to the executive committee and seven directors (three sectional and four at-large) were elected or re-elected to serve on the board by eligible Code Council voting members on Oct. 21, 2024 at the Code Council’s 2024 Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA.
ICC Pulse Podcast Episode 59: Behind the Scenes at American Plumber Stories
In this episode of the ICC Pulse Podcast, we highlight American Plumber Stories and their impact in reshaping the plumbing industry, a preview of their remaining Season 5 episodes (sponsored by the Code Council), and behind-the-scenes insights from international recordings.
Get Connected: Code Council Launches New Online Member Community
This FREE new platform offers Code Council members the opportunity to access the latest member updates and valuable tools for advancing their careers in the ever-evolving building safety industry.
Code Council Honors Building Safety Professionals at 2024 Annual Conference
The PMG Leadership Award is given to an individual or organization for exceptional service to the plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, and swimming pool/spa (PMG) industry. This year’s recipient was Kenneth Gregory, Compliance and Safety Manager for Pentair Water Quality Systems.
As we celebrate our 30 year anniversary, the Code Council has put together an interactive timeline that looks back at our rich history creating model codes and standards and building safety solutions used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.
Code Corner: 2021 International Plumbing Code Chapter 6: Water Supply and Distribution
The Building Safety Journal’s new series, Code Corner, will explore sections of the International Codes® (I-Codes) each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting Chapter 6 of the 2021 International Plumbing Code® (IPC): Water Supply and Distribution.
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